Full-Stack PHP Developer

Summary

Join Employment Hero, a fast-growing SaaS unicorn, as a Senior Software Developer (PHP, WordPress). You will build a high-performance, scalable WordPress site from the ground up, designing and developing bespoke solutions tailored to modern WordPress architecture. This role requires expertise in PHP development, Laravel/Symfony, and database management. You will work with modern technologies like Gutenberg, Git, and CI/CD pipelines. Employment Hero offers a remote-first work environment, generous benefits including a home office budget, professional development funds, healthcare insurance, and various team-building activities.

Requirements

• Experience in PHP development with a strong background in Laravel, Symfony, or other modern PHP frameworks
• Willingness to learn and work with WordPress and Gutenberg
• Solid understanding of OOP, design patterns, and SOLID principles
• Experience working with MySQL/MariaDB/PostgreSQL, including query optimization and database design
• Strong understanding of version control systems, particularly Git
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or cloud-based deployments (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Experience with unit testing & E2E testing
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and working in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Build a high-performance, scalable WordPress site from the ground up
• Design and develop bespoke solutions tailored to modern WordPress architecture
• Utilize the full potential of the Gutenberg editor
• Focus on performance, security, and minimal reliance on external plugins

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in building and integrating RESTful APIs
• Some experience in developing custom WordPress plugins and themes is a plus
• Understanding of JavaScript, particularly React (used in Gutenberg blocks)
• Knowledge of modern frontend technologies such as React, Vue.js, or Tailwind CSS
• Familiarity with headless CMS architectures
• Prior experience working in a SaaS or product-based company
• Experience working with hosting infra, Reverse Proxy, CDN, WAF, etc

Benefits

• A generous budget for your home office
• Cutting-edge tools and technology
• 20 days Annual Leave, plus VN Public Holidays
• $500 USD for your professional development plan
• $500 USD for English learning courses
• Premium Healthcare Insurance Program for you and your loved ones, plus full gross salary paid social insurance
• Sports club funded by Employment Hero
• Monthly get-together event in the office for team bonding and VND 80,000 budget for lunch for day-in-office
• Reward and recognition programs - because great work should be recognised and rewarded
• Employee Share Option Program - be an owner of Employment Hero
• Annual Global Gathering - so far we’ve been to Thailand, Vietnam, Bali and are excited to meet in Dubai in 2025